travel<strong>and</strong>trek.comImportant informationCostsCosts are based on 2 peoplesharing <strong>and</strong> are per person(singles see below)Financial ProtectionThe flight-inclusive holidaysin this brochure are financiallyprotected by the ATOLscheme.But ATOL protection does notapply to all holiday <strong>and</strong> travelservices listed in this brochure.Please ask us to confirm whatprotection may apply to yourbooking.If you do not receive an ATOLCertificate then the bookingwill not be ATOL protected.If you do receive an ATOLCertificate but all the partsof your trip are not listedon it, those parts will notbe ATOL protected. Pleasesee our booking conditionsfor information, or for moreinformation about financialprotection <strong>and</strong> the ATOLCertificate go to: www.atol.org.uk/ATOLCertificateInternational PassengerProtection (IPP)L<strong>and</strong> only trips are protectedby IPP. www.ipplondon.co.uk<strong>Trek</strong> DossierOn booking, you will receive a comprehensive<strong>Trek</strong> Dossier, which includes:• Clothing <strong>and</strong> equipment list• Medical notes (including vaccinationrequirements)• Notes on trekking at high altitude• Money saving tips for buying kit in Nepal• What to do on arrival in Nepal• Visa application form (including what to do)• Food, money, the daily route <strong>and</strong> more…Airport arrivalsWe pick you up on arrival <strong>and</strong> transfer you backon departure.PassportsPassports should be valid for a minimum periodof 6 months on the date on entry into Nepal(source: Nepal Embassy, UK)Tourist VisaA tourist visa is required for UK Nationals.This can be done on entry into Nepal or priorto departure. Full details provided on bookingincluding the visa application form if required.ItinerariesDay 1 of your itinerary is deemed to be your arrivalday in Kathm<strong>and</strong>u.Hotel AccommodationOur hotels are of 3* st<strong>and</strong>ard with very friendlystaff to attend to your every need. Our costs arebased on a B&B basis, twin share. All rooms areen suite. If you wish to use a higher grade hotel,then please ask us for details.Accommodation on <strong>Trek</strong>Unless you are climbing a trekking peak such asIsl<strong>and</strong> Peak, your accommodation will be in teahouses on a B&B, twin share basis.Singles<strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Trek</strong> does not believe in penalisingsingle travellers unnecessarily. If you are a singletraveller <strong>and</strong> do not request sole occupancy ofa room, you will be accommodated with anothermember of the group of the same sex. If there isan odd number travelling <strong>and</strong> you happen to bethe odd one out then you will be allocated soleoccupancy at no extra cost. If you do requestsole occupancy throughout all or part of the trip,then you will be charged a supplement(see costs).Extended StaysYou are free to extend your stay in Nepalwith extra days before or after the trek.<strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Trek</strong> can assist you withaccommodation if you wish or you arefree to make your own arrangements.Our GuidesOur Nepalese Guides work solely for us <strong>and</strong> arepaid 12 months of the year; not just when theytrek. They are all qualified, licenced, Englishspeaking Guides with a wealth of experience<strong>and</strong> knowledgeable. Some were born in the<strong>Everest</strong> hills.FitnessThe perception that you have to be super fit to trekin the <strong>Everest</strong> region is not true. A reasonable levelof fitness based on the ability to walk at your owncomfortable pace for 4 - 5 hrs a day (with rest stops),for several consecutive days carrying a day sackweighing approx 5kg is all that is required. If youare in any doubt about whether you are fit enough,please consult <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Trek</strong> prior to booking.Clothing <strong>and</strong> equipmentThis information is part of the <strong>Trek</strong> Dossier <strong>and</strong>is provided on booking.Medical/VaccinationsYou are advised to consult your GP if you arein any doubt about your physical conditionto undertake your chosen trek. Whilst wedo provide information on vaccinations, youshould also seek professional advice on whatvaccinations you require for Nepal <strong>and</strong> otherlocations should you have an extended trip.For planning purposes you should need:Hep A, Typhoid, Tetanus, Polio <strong>and</strong> Meningitis.Continued overleaf...4
travel<strong>and</strong>trek.comExpert HelpIf you have any queriesin the planning stage ofyour trip, call our expertson:01529 497825 or07725 943108Altitude SicknessFormally known as Acute Mountain Sickness(AMS), <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Trek</strong> has produced a ‘Guideto <strong><strong>Trek</strong>king</strong> at High Altitude’, which can bedownloaded from the website. If you wish todiscuss it personally, please call the <strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong><strong>Trek</strong> office; our experienced staff will be happyto answer any questions that you may have.Local Payments<strong>Travel</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Trek</strong> does not charge any localpayments.<strong>Travel</strong> InsuranceIt is absolutely vital that you have adequate travelinsurance.How To Book• Complete the bookingprocess from ourwebpage <strong>and</strong> return it tous with a deposit of£200 pp.• The booking can becompleted on-line orusing the downloadableform.• Details of paymentoptions are on thewebpage <strong>and</strong> thebooking form.• Balance payments aredue 10 weeks prior todeparture.Trip inclusions <strong>and</strong> exclusionsInclusionsExclusions<strong>Travel</strong> InsuranceIt is absolutely vital that youhave adequate travel insurancewhen you travel. It is m<strong>and</strong>atoryfor our trips. We do not selltravel insurance.For tips <strong>and</strong> advice, go toour Info webpage at www/travel<strong>and</strong>trek.com/info-centre/• Return international airport transfers• Hotel accommodation in Kathm<strong>and</strong>u,total 3 nights on a twin share, B&B basis• Lodged accommodation throughout the trek(twin share), including breakfasts• Return airport transfers for domestic flightto Lukla (LUA)• Return domestic flights KTM - LUA - KTM• <strong>Everest</strong> National Park entry, TIMS certificate(compulsory for all trekking in Nepal)• Services of an English speaking NepaliGuide throughout the trek• Porterage• Comprehensive Trip Notes <strong>and</strong> otherassociated documentation• International flights (we can include)• Domestic airport departure taxes (approx £4return)• Cost of Nepal Tourist visa (costs rangedepending on how long you spend in Nepal),budget for £30 for this trip• Personal spending• Staff gratuities, advice will be given if required• Personal travel insurance• Food, except breakfasts5
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